This trademarked phrase of Paris Hilton is one that most planners would want to hear about their event. (If you’ve been living under a rock, “That’s Hot” refers to something that is Totally Awesome & ‘In’.)
Of course, we planners would never want to actually make an event super burning hot – literally. If you have no idea what I’m talking about here’s a clue : It rhymes with Liar & when it’s raging, hot uniformed men will magically appear. Yes, I’m talking about FIRE!
The worst Scenario: Your event burns down, your guests injured!
The best scenario: Paris Hilton drops in to declare your event “Hot!”
The former can definitely be avoided with some fire safety systems in place.The latter…well, unless you have some VERY famous friends (& a whole lot of ka-ching!) will forever remain in your wildest dreams.
Here’s some tips on Fire Safety:
1. Always be prepared. Have fire extinguishers ready. Brief everyone on your team, including your helpers on where extinguishers are kept, where’s the nearest water point or fire hose & tell them what to do when a fire breaks out (yes, no point telling them where everything is when they don’t know what to do with it!). Also, brief them on emergency exits, evacuations plans & their roles in case of an emergency.
2. Tie up Loose Ends: Most of us think that fires are something that someone started or it could be because of a live flame. In actual fact, fires can start from power points, electrical wires & short circuits. That’s why it’s important to tape your wires down, shelter your electrical points carefully & have your speakers covered when necessary. Make sure your guests too, are not drinking or holding drinks near electrical points – you might never know what could happen. I sound a bit like Monk (the OCD detective) but well, better to keep your blindspots checked is what I feel!
3. Keep to fire protocols. Sometimes, different countries have different protocols. Get to know more about fire safety & protocols in Singapore. How? The Singapore Civil Defence Force offers information & some courses for the public that focuses on fire safety & emergency preparedness. Knowledge is power & in this instance especially, having the knowledge is essential so that you are well-prepared.
All right good people, I guess I don’t have to say much on why we should have proper fire safety standards & systems in place for events (& anything else for that matter). We all know how much damage even a small little fire can do.
Bottom-line is: Be Safe!
& stay “Hot” while you’re at it (even Paris Hilton will be proud!). 
Till then, Have a “Boomz” weekend!
Loves Discovering,
Nadd
